…and female farmers and ranchers in California. Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those…
‘Increase in Citations’ Expected with Labor Code Changes from AB 1805
Assembly Bill 1805 (AB 1805) made two significant changes to the labor code by revising the definition of ‘serious injury or illness’ and ‘serious exposure.’ The bill broadens the scope…
‘Windows of Opportunity’ for Summer Cover Crops
The Natural Resources Conservation Service of California held another cover crop field day to show producers that summer cover crops are possible. NRCS says the practice reduces soil erosion, increases…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-25-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the USMCA, Assembly Bill 1805 and its removal of…
Dealing with Maggots in the Compost Pile
If you get maggots in your compost, something is wrong. Cathy Isom has tips about how to deal with a nasty critter in your compost pile. That’s coming up on…
Farmers, Restaurants, Chefs Urge Passage of USMCA
…we all need the USMCA to assure the continued strength of the food chain,” California Farm Bureau Federation President Jamie Johansson said. “By helping California farmers and agricultural businesses, and…
Participating in Agricultural Meetings Creates Long-Term Benefits
UC ANR’s Potato Field Day in 2018 Attending various agricultural meetings and engaging in the discussion can seem tedious for farmers and ranchers, but it is a critical component to…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-24-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering updates to the H-2A program, details on the Crop…
Navel Orange Forecast Down from Last Year
The initial forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture is calling for a slightly smaller production year for California navel oranges compared to 2018. The forecast is expecting 76 million,…
Reasons to Consider Pressure Canning Meat
There may be times when you are unable to get meat from the grocery, such as a disaster. Cathy Isom has some helpful tips why you should consider pressure canning…
Specialty Crop Block Grant Applications Open for 2020
SACRAMENTO (CDFA-September 23, 2019) — The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting proposals for the 2020 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Each year, CDFA conducts…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-23-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a new nationwide initiative that supports women in ag,…
Updated Import Restrictions for Various Seed Types
The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced updated restrictions on importing tomato and pepper seeds in order to protect American agriculture from a potential outbreak. The Animal and Plant Health…
Spotted Lanternfly Management Getting ‘Gritty’ in Philly
Spotted lanternfly or lantern fly, (Lycorma delicatula) is a planthopper The general public is pitching in when it comes to the management of a pest that California is keeping an…